News for December 21, 2005

NHL

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Enthralling, educational, eye-catching

Idora Park and the Jeanette Blast Furnace are part of the new section's d & eacute;cor. By

LOCAL

LOCAL SteelHounds YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown SteelHounds, in conjunction with FOX 17/62 and 27

Springfield too much for Bulldogs

The Tigers rallied in the second half to beat East Palestine 62-45. By JOHN BUTERA Vindicator

Larger military force will bolster Iraq vote

Opinion: By John C. Bersia Orlando Sentinel Now that Iraqis have turned out in droves for a seemingly

Judge: View is religious, not a scientific principle

The ACLU and 11 parents who sued were among those hailing the ruling. long island Newsday The

Bolivia turns to Evo

Opinion: Miami Herald: The apparent election of socialist candidate Evo Morales to the presidency of Bolivia

Opening of new restaurant dependent upon liquor license

The proposed restaurant would compare with local upscale dining. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR

Boardman outlasts Fitch on Hosa's last-second free throws

By CHUCK HOUSTEAU Vindicator Correspondent BOARDMAN -- All that was missing in the Boardman-

Officer testifies at his civil trial

A Warren man's father sued after a family member was killed in a collision. By ED RUNYAN

MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY

MONDAY'S NFL SUMMARY RAVENS 48, PACKERS 3 Green Bay3000--3 Baltimore14101014--48 First

UP FOR GRABS NFL playoffs

The Bears, Giants, Panthers, Jaguars and Redskins all could clinch playoff spots this weekend,

Rep. Hart plans to visit Middle East

This is the congresswoman's first trip to Iraq. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER

Blue Jackets outlasted in shootout

The Red Wings won their first shootout of the season, 4-3. DETROIT (AP) -- The Detroit Red Wings

Steinberg's 'Sit Down' feels different each week

The host is happy to let his guest do more than just the talking. By DIANE WERTS Newsday

NBA 'Shooter' Jones aids Cavs victory

LeBron James added 25 points as Cleveland beat Utah 110-85. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Damon Jones finally

TODAY

TODAY 1:30 p.m. (FSN Pitt) College women's basketball: "Center Court with Rene Portland." 2 p.m.

Celebrities lament execution of Williams

The founder of the Crips was put to death for murdering four people. LOS ANGELES (AP) --

Judge agrees to sealing of Hill's record

There was no testimony at the brief hearing. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU LISBON

School board votes to rename facility

LOWELLVILLE -- The village school board voted unanimously Tuesday to rename its new school facility

Agency to reduce its role in revitalization

The city has 'outgrown' the needs for a CIC, its finance director says. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY

THURSDAY

THURSDAY XCROATIAN HOME ST. GEORGE LODGE 66 WILL HOLD A PASTA DINNER FROM 4:30 TO 8 P.M. AT THE

Pupils' project lets needy kids have a beary merry Christmas

Inside each bear is a star representing a wish from the pupil who made the bear. By WILLIAM K.

Police remove children from unsafe home

The past-due electric bill is $1,200. YOUNGSTOWN -- Five children were removed from a cockroach-

Judge sentences man in shooting

The men argued over calls between Duckworth and the victim's girlfriend. By DEBORA SHAULIS

Injunction in drug case

Injunction in drug case AUSTINTOWN -- An Ayrshire Drive home that was boarded up earlier this

Special recipes ensure beets aren't boring

Dear Heloise: Would you print your recipe for Chinese beets? I lost mine and don't remember how to

MEN'S TOP 25 Memphis records ninth win

ASSOCIATED PRESS MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Rodney Carney scored a career-high 37 points and grabbed 10

Board increases health insurance allocation

The board wants district employees to pick up some of the insurance costs. By HAROLD GWIN

Cheney calls for strong executive

Legislators from both parties expressed deep concern. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Vice President Dick

For starters, how about trying these?

A variety of appetizers is a nice way to make your holiday party guests welcome while you're waiting

AMERICAN CONFERENCE

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MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Mark S. Owens, 42, of 4503 Deer Creek Court #1, Austintown,

Member recognized for service to district

NEW MIDDLETOWN -- The Springfield Local Board of Education recognized board member Don Williams on

Believer probes theory Jesus tricked followers

He tried to set aside his faith for the investigation. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Illusionist Brock

United rolls to 61-47 win behind Shaffer, Harrison

Leetonia, Mineral Ridge coast to easy non-conference victories. HANOVERTON -- Dan Shaffer scored

NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes

Browns: Center Jeff Faine was placed on injured reserve Tuesday because of a torn right biceps

NBA

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Pastor's family sent from flight

HOUSTON (AP) -- The wife of the pastor of the nation's largest church was asked to leave a plane

Survey: 34% of teens in poor fitness

CHICAGO (AP) -- About a third of U.S. teens would flunk a treadmill fitness test, a new study shows,

Knight Ridder Tribune

Knight Ridder Tribune DRAMATIC: Ball gowns for the holiday season will feature silhouettes that

PENNSYLVANIA House votes to raise income tax

The proposal would raise the tax by 7 percent. HARRISBURG (AP) -- The road to property-tax cuts

Zoning change allows relocation of branch

The new branch is slated to open in two years. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN

TERRORISM Paroled hijacker returns to Lebanon

The United States is asking Lebanon to turn him over. BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) -- A hijacker in a

Suspect in Amber Alert activation charged with domestic violence

WARREN -- James McKinney, whose alleged actions caused an Amber Alert activation, has been charged

Westminster College ends losing streak

NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Three players posted new career single-game scoring highs and Brian Fadden

Allen: Dreary London suits my temperament

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPER LONDON -- WOODY ALLEN, WHOSE MOVIES HAVE TAKEN AUDIENCES DOWN A FEW BLEAK

Release creates conflict for judges, fact finder says

The special master wrote that municipal judges feel they have been ignored. YOUNGSTOWN -- The

Lawrence Co. housing group warrants special HUD audit

Editorial: Affordable Housing, a nonprofit group that received $200,000 in public funds when it was spun-off

Youngstown man faces drug charges

YOUNGSTOWN -- A 20-year-old Harmon Avenue man was hit with drug and traffic charges after speeding

"A Home for the Holidays" (8 p.m., CBS): Jamie Lee Curtis hosts the seventh annual "A Home for the

Music video sales slumping as year ends

THE BALTIMORE SUN AS 2005 COMES TO A CLOSE, THE MUSIC INDUSTRY IS SINGING THE SAME OLD TUNE: THE

THERE'S A REASON IT'S CALLED THROWING A PARTY - A HOST HAS TO BE READY TO CATCH SOME CURVE BALLS AND JUGGLE THE UNEXPECTED WHEN IT COMES TO STAGING AN EVENT THAT'S FUN, ENTERTAINING AND SAFE FOR

There's a reason it's called throwing a party - a host has to be ready to catch some curve balls and

Springer decides not to run as candidate

COLUMBUS (AP) -- For the third time, trash-talk show host Jerry Springer has flirted with the idea

Treasurer predicts $20M in collections

The biggest growth was in the corporate tax revenue. WARREN -- City income tax collections are

MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL Damon signs $52 million deal with N.Y. Yankees

The former Red Sox's center fielder agreed to a four-year contract. ASSOCIATED PRESS The New

Christmas is under attack from all sides

Opinion: By John Gibson Free Lance-Star WASHINGTON -- Now is the time of the year when the anti-Christmas

SATURDAY'S GAMES

SATURDAY'S GAMES NEW ENGLAND 28, TAMPA BAY 0 N.Y. GIANTS 27, KANSAS CITY 17 DENVER 28, BUFFALO

Sharon anxious to work after a stroke

He called rival Netanyahu to congratulate him on his election as Likud leader. Los Angeles Times

Canfield's shooting halts Liberty 54-40

By GREG GULAS Vindicator Correspondent LIBERTY -- Mike Rounsavall registered a double-double and

MEDICINE Treatment approved for kidney cancer

The drug was developed by Bayer and Onyx Pharmaceuticals. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A new treatment that

Bush fund-raisers enjoy access

One fund-raiser insists big contributors don't expect anything in return. Toledo Blade DALLAS --

Magazine reports Stefani is pregnant with 1st child

Magazine reports Stefani is pregnant with 1st child NEW YORK -- Gwen Stefani, nominated for five

Child is among three wounded in shooting inside a Wal-Mart

DEMING, N.M. (AP) -- A shooting inside a Wal-Mart wounded a 6-year-old girl, an employee and another

Beauty tips will help create a holiday mood

Create a party look with subtle touches. NEW YORK (AP) -- Hairstylist Stephen Knoll and makeup

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N.Y. traffic gets crazier than usual

N.Y. traffic gets crazier than usual kCommuters trudged through the freezing cold, rode bicycles

A SUMMARY OF REPORTED CRIMINAL ACTIVITY IN BOARDMAN TOWNSHIP:

A summary of reported criminal activity in Boardman Township: Dec. 14 Possible theft: A dealer

BRITISH ZOO Keeper asks for return of penguin

If the bird isn't returned to the zoo by Thursday, he'll die, the zoo keeper said. LONDON (AP) --

AGENDA

Agenda Thursday 12/22 Struthers City Council regular meeting, 7 p.m., 6 Elm St. Caucus session

STATS | OHIO, PA.

The first column shows the number of active missing-children cases by state as of Dec. 31, 2004, and

Award-winning home-brewer makes beer just for the ale of it

Bob Hall enjoys the challenge of making quality beer. NAPOLEON, Ohio (AP) -- Like a fine wine, the

Officials work on list of projects to fund

MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer County commissioners are making a list of projects they hope to fund with

Ball gowns emerging in time for gala season

Dresses are designed to make the wearer memorable. Knight Ridder Newspapers MIAMI -- Like the

People find own ways to deal with stoppage

Health benefits, pensions and raises were the main sticking points. Washington Post NEW YORK --

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Wolf Run (Davila)174.6050.2018.60 Ultra Special

Translator pleads guilty in citizenship case

NEW YORK (AP) -- A former Arabic translator for the Army in Iraq pleaded guilty Tuesday to using a

IDEAS FOR BROWN RICE

Ideas for brown rice Have you been wanting to increase your use of brown rice, a good source of

NBA ROUNDUP Tuesday's other games

Bobcats 105, Bulls 92 CHICAGO -- Brevin Knight shook off a bruised right forearm and finished with

Cause of Nov. blaze is ruled undetermined

STRUTHERS -- Investigators from the state fire marshal's office have ruled the cause of a Nov. 19

BOYS BASKETBALL tuesday's scores area

BOYS BASKETBALL tuesday's scores area Boardman 52, Fitch 51 Cardinal Mooney 56, St. Thomas

Davenport is the key to Ohio State victory

The No. 7 Buckeyes bounced back from their only loss of the season. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Jessica

"They have broken the trust of the people of New York. They have not only endangered our city and

Opinion: "They have broken the trust of the people of New York. They have not only endangered our city and

Lawrence officials pick representative

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- The Lawrence County Commissioners have appointed Commissioner Ed Fosnaught as the

Top 25 roundup

No. 1 Tennessee 107, Princeton 39 KNOXVILLE, Tenn. -- Shanna Zolman scored 23 points and Tye'sha

BENGALS Wyche remembers no-huddle in 1988

The former Cincinnati coach used it to get to the Super Bowl. CINCINNATI (AP) -- The no-huddle.

PATERNO NAMED COACH OF THE YEAR

Paterno named coach of the year Joe Paterno, who turned 79 today, got an early birthday present

YSU PREVIEW | BASKETBALL

MEN Who: YSU (2-6) vs. James Madison (2-4) When: Today, 7:35 p.m. Where: Beeghly Center Radio/TV:

HMANY SMUGGLED PUPPIES PRESENT HEALTH HAZARDS

hMany smuggled puppies present health hazards Officer Lori Brown of the San Diego County Animal

Boy George to face drug charges Feb. 1

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS A JUDGE IN NEW YORK HAS RESCHEDULED SINGER BOY GEORGE'S COURT APPEARANCE

Sunnis, others charge fraud in election results

The complaints focused mainly on Baghdad, Iraq's largest electoral district. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --

Five from area set for Toledo tonight

John Greco and Brandon Alexander are in their second straight bowl game. By JOHN KOVACH

Foundation announces prize winners

AUSTINTOWN -- The Austintown Growth Foundation is announcing prize winners of the Taste of

Today is Wednesday, Dec. 21, the 355th day of 2005. There are 10 days left in the year. Winter arrives at 1:35 p.m. Eastern time. On this date in 1620, Pilgrims aboard the Mayflower go ashore for the

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, Dec. 21, the 355th day of 2005. There are 10 days left in the year. Winter

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